Diopside and Stolzite Physical Properties

Diopside and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Diopside and Stolzite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Diopside and Stolzite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Stolzite- PbWO4

Diopside and Stolzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Diopside and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Diopside and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Diopside is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.